Jiyeon wakes up quietly and rubs her eyes; she has had a very good sleep last night. As she is feeling more awake, Jiyeon realizes that there's extraordinary warmth covering up her whole body.

It was raining in the early morning until now, Jiyeon is so glad that she called Eunjung to come inside before it started to rain or she would get very cold. The rain drops create a twinkling sound, it's like they are dancing on the roof.

When she looks up, Eunjung is still deeply asleep. For the first time, Jiyeon is seeing Eunjung as a very handsome person. How can a woman be that good looking and so protective? Jiyeon does not know what Eunjung had passed that built up this strong personality trait.

Inside of Eunjung's embrace, Jiyeon's body is curled up, her forehead touches Eunjung's chest and Eunjung also rests her chin on Jiyeon's hair so gently. Now Jiyeon is struggling, she does not know if she should move or should stay in Eunjung's arms. This feeling is even more secured than being in the arms of the people Jiyeon used to be in love with, there's something very loving and obscure...

Jiyeon decides to stay in silence, this warmth... she might not be able to feel it again. She has wished to have an older sibling who could secure her with an embrace like this. Her eyes are closed again, this fragance will stay in Jiyeon's mind forever.

Until Eunjung starts to tighten the embrace, Jiyeon freezes. Eunjung is like a child hugging her plush, burrying her face and touching her forehead to Jiyeon's.

It was so comfortable at the beginning, but now Eunjung is making Jiyeon feel so suffocated because of the tight squeeze. She starts to gasp for air but in a helpless way. Momentarily, she thinks of a solution to this problem. If Eunjung is like a child, then the child would be obedient if we are sweet to them.

Very lightly, Jiyeon uses her hand to pat on Eunjung's back with a rhythm. This works exactly like how Jiyeon wants it to be, and Eunjung releases her right the way. However, her face is still very close to Jiyeon's as if they are sharing the oxygen together.

The situation is getting more awkward as Jiyeon tries to scoot away from Eunjung because she thinks it is such a suspicious position that the two of them are in. Strangers... No, neighbors shouldn't be doing this to each other, they don't know anything about each other yet.

If anyone gets to know Eunjung, she likes to sleep more than she likes to eat. As for Jiyeon, she does not like to sleep a lot, but food for her is an element of paradise, she can eat a surprising amount of food.

Truthfully, this is the first time Eunjung is sleeping with someone since she was five years old. However, it depends on the person to make Eunjung feel heartily opened. The rain drops make every grid of space in the room become so musical, which will make Eunjung sleep more safe and sound.

Quietly, Eunjung turns away from facing Jiyeon. Now she is lying on her back, maybe she got sore from laying on one side only. Jiyeon sighs, she is relieved that the situation is not awkward anymore, but it changes to disappointment after that.

That discomfort is actually comfort when Eunjung had her curling like a little kitty in her embrace. There was hesitation and reluctance but it was a unique feeling...

Jiyeon is feeling as if she has lost something rare and precious... It is so frustrating.

While Jiyeon lays there and pouts her lips, she does not know that the broad-shoulder woman next to her already woke up and noticed her movement. Eunjung tries not to giggle too loud and she smiles very gently instead. Why is this neighbor so adorable with many different sides to her personality?

"Did you have a good sleep, Jiyeon-ssi?"

Suddently, Eunjung turns and faces Jiyeon, looking directly into her eyes. She pillows her head with her own arm, which makes Eunjung become even more charismatic than usual.

"Yes, I did. And you?"

Jiyeon is surprised by Eunjung too, her eyes are very round and widened. The dark pupils of her eyes make Eunjung feel even more curious and she wants to demystify them right at this moment.

"Too good for me, indeed." She adds that smile to her lips again, "Do you like rain?"

"Yes."

"I like it, too."

...

After the two of them finished their breakfast, Eunjung helps Jiyeon organizing and unpacking. When Eunjung is here, everything fits in its place and looks so neat. The new apartment with new paint highlights a new beginning for Jiyeon. She is an independent adult, starting from now on.

When everything is organized, Jiyeon made Eunjung and herself two mugs of coffee and milk. Even though it is not at the perfection that Eunjung always tastes, it is still very bitter sweet like Jiyeon's personality, and Eunjung is drunken in it. The rain has also stopped dancing on the roof, and the two of them still wish that this weather will go on forever.

"Uhm... It is very good, thank you." Eunjung nods her head.

"You're welcome, thank you very much for helping me. I wouldn't have it done in half a day if it wasn't for you."

"Anytime, Jiyeon-ssi."

At the moment, there is knocking on the door. Jiyeon politely looks at Eunjung telling her to wait and steps to open it. Eunjung sitting on the couch, observing the scene infront of her.

"Jiyeonie."

"Why are you here?"

The one who knocked on Jiyeon's door is very handsome and tall. Like Eunjung, he has broad shoulders and an active body. When Jiyeon closes the door gently and steps outside with that person, Eunjung sees her crouching. Their voices are still clear enough for Eunjung to hear.

"Listen, I want you to come back with us."

"Why should I?"

"Why are you being like this? You are my sister; all I need is your support for me to live with my true self."

"Your true self? You are being self-centered and you don't think about your family."

"I have always been thinking for the family including you. Until now, I am in love with a person. Is it wrong, is it my fault to fall in love with a person who can make me feel so happy?"

"What would people think of our family? If that person was a girl, I am very happy for you. But in this case... I can't... I just can't."

"Alright. It is your right to believe what you believe in. Unless you are in my shoes, you will know how tough it is for us. If you don't accept who I really am, then it means that you don't want to see me at all. I love you and I hope you can find a man who can bring a perfect life to you."

The handsome man turns and walks away as he finishes his miserable demonstration. Jiyeon is now left with bewilderness, her heart hurts but she does not know what is the right or what is the wrong choice.

Now Eunjung is certain why Jiyeon moved to this little apartment. It's a family repugnance about the controversil topic that is happening in our world today.

Jiyeon lost her strength and she can't even slam the door shut, her brother was never that angry to her before. She helplessly sits on the couch, next to Eunjung. Her eyes are extremely dark and are covered with a fog... she is in pain.

Eunjung thought that Jiyeon could be a tolerant person who accepts equality and justice. Yet, she is not very disappointed because what Jiyeon has learned might have influenced her.

Acting like an older sibling, Eunjung raises her hand and puts it on Jiyeon's head. Next, she strokes her hair very lovingly and coddly.

Jiyeon is feeling better because of that gesture. Perhaps, Eunjung is the one that Jiyeon is looking for... An older sibling, understanding and protective.

"I did not mean to eavesdrop on your conversation, but Jiyeon... You are still very young and have a long path to walk."

"I..."

Jiyeon is offended. However, Eunjung's words can go through her heart so effectively. She wants to argue, but her arguments are nowhere to be found at this moment.

"Don't be offended. I want to tell you this because I know it is good for you."

It seems like Eunjung could simply read Jiyeon's mind.

"This is my own problem..."

"I know that everyone has their own pespective and they have the right to maintain it. But this world needs improvement, you know this right?"

Eunjung moves her hand to one of Jiyeon's cheeks and touches it lightly.

"I am fine with anyone who is in the third world... But why does it have to be my brother? Can you tell me?"

Jiyeon's voice is becoming quieter as she speaks, and her eyelashes are glittering because of that bitter fluid called "tears".

"I understand how you feel... But why not? Anyone could be unique and no one is the same. "Weird" is not supposed to be a word describing individuals since no one can be normal. Being normal is being strange."

"But I can never feel how my brother and the others are feeling. I don't know how they are attracted to the ones that are in the same gender with them..." And her tears start to roll down her cheek, where Eunjung hand is staying on.

"It's because you haven't opened your heart yet, babo ya (silly). Try to meet more people and try to experience more feelings, you will get to understand it eventually." She uses her hand to wipe away the tears on the younger one's face. "People cannot choose their body when they are a fetus, they cannot choose what gender they like to be in, and they cannot choose their family who can be more acceptant and tolerant."

"Thank you, I will try." Jiyeon does not resist Eunjung. Now, she misses her brother more than ever before.

Quick enough, Eunjung has her arms bringing Jiyeon into her embrace, letting Jiyeon's forehead leaning on her chest. Jiyeon starts to adapt with this act of caring, and would like to stay for so long this time. She needs this embrace.

"Be with me. I will lead you through your frictionally toughest path." A kiss is beautifully marked on Jiyeon's forehead because she is the chosen one for Eunjung's fate and destiny.

A cool breeze comes through the grids of the window blending with Eunjung's words. The whisper floats through Jiyeon's ears and goes about the heart. The cherry blossom trees shiver as their flower petals bloom, this time they are not falling down onto the ground. Those lovely pink petals will not be stepped on by the strolling people in this season because they will stay on the tree blooming and enjoying their time with every bough.